[Powderworks] More on DC, Melbourne Cup, etc. - LMOC
Tari, Vince
fstariv1@nmhg.com
Tue, 6 Nov 2001 15:36:46 -0600
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> There was one bit of business last night that was probably
> different from the other concerts. At one point Peter
> mentioned some sporting event (I think the Melbourne Cup)
> that brings all of Australia to a complete standstill.
It's a horse race that starts at 3.10pm and yes it does bring the nation to
a standstill for about 5 minutes. This has been an Aussie tradition for over
100 years and Melbournians actually have a public holiday for it !!
For the record, Etherial won followed by Give The Slip & Persian Punch.
Cheers,
Vince